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Removal And Installation

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  1. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - T5OD article, MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR3650 article or MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR6060 article.
  2. Place the transmission on a workbench.
  3. Separate the connector from the clutch slave cylinder.
  4. Fig 1: Clutch Slave Cylinder
    GF0046438Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 2 clutch slave cylinder bolts. Pull the clutch slave cylinder outward and release the tube from the retaining clip.
  6. Inspect the clutch slave cylinder for the following:
    • Damaged boot
    • Leaking brake fluid
    • Worn or damaged release bearing
      • Rotate the release bearing while applying pressure. If the bearing rotation is rough, install a new clutch slave cylinder.
  7. Install a new retaining clip.
  8. Fig 2: Locating Retaining Clip
    GF0015732Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Position the clutch slave cylinder to the transmission, inserting the tube through the retaining clip. Install the 2 clutch slave cylinder bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  10. Install the connector.
  11. NOTE: Before securing the transmission to the engine, connect the hydraulic tube to the clutch slave cylinder. When connecting the hydraulic line, a click will be heard when the line is correctly connected. Tug on the line to make sure it is locked in the fitting.
  12. Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - T5OD article, MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR3650 article or MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR6060 article.
  13. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION article.